Dry hair is a common concern that can affect people of all hair types, especially in Singapore’s humid climate, where frequent washing and ubiquitous air-conditioning can strip hair of its natural moisture. It is characterised by a lack of moisture and natural oils in the hair fibres, often starting with a dry scalp. This can leave hair feeling brittle, rough, and lifeless, and prone to breakage and split ends – making it difficult to manage and style.
In this blog, the Jonsson Protein team reviews common causes of dry hair and some simple approaches that can help rebalance your hair’s moisture content.
Understanding the Causes of Dry Hair
Several factors can contribute to dry hair and scalp:
- Environmental Factors: Singapore’s hot and humid weather, coupled with exposure to air conditioning, can dehydrate hair and scalp.
- Over-Washing: Washing your hair too frequently can strip away natural oils, leading to dryness.
- Harsh Hair Products: Using shampoos and styling products with harsh chemicals, sulphates, or alcohol can dry out hair and scalp.
- Heat Styling: Excessive heat styling with tools like hairdryers, straighteners, and curling irons can damage hair and deplete moisture.
- Chemical Treatments: Chemical treatments like perming, colouring, and bleaching can damage the cuticle and lead to dryness or even chemical hair loss.
- Health Conditions: Certain medical conditions and medications can also contribute to dry hair and scalp.
7 Tips for Combatting Dry Hair and Scalp
1. Hydrate from Within
Drinking plenty of water is essential for overall health, including the health of your hair and scalp. Aim for at least 8 glasses of water per day to keep your body and hair hydrated.
2. Gentle Cleansing
Wash your hair less frequently, using a gentle, sulphate-free shampoo and conditioner specifically formulated for dry hair. Avoid hot water, which can further strip away moisture.
3. Deep Conditioning Treatments
Incorporate a deep conditioning treatment into your hair care routine once or twice a week. Look for products that contain moisturising ingredients like shea butter, coconut oil, or argan oil.
4. Minimise Heat Styling
Reduce the use of heat styling tools and always apply a heat protectant spray before styling. Consider air-drying your hair whenever possible.
5. Protect Your Hair from the Elements
Shield your hair from the sun’s harmful UV rays by wearing a hat or using a UV protectant spray.
6. Nourish Your Hair with Oils
Apply a natural oil like coconut oil, argan oil, or jojoba oil to your hair, focusing on the ends, to add moisture and shine.
7. Consider a Scalp Massage
Regular scalp massages can help stimulate blood circulation to the scalp, promoting hair growth and overall scalp health.
How Professional Hair Care Treatments Can Help Nourish Dry Hair and Scalp
Dry hair and scalp can be effectively managed with the right approach. Apart from adopting healthy hair care practices and using moisturising products, another approach could be professional hair care treatments targeted at tackling dry hair and scalp.
Jonsson Protein offers specialised scalp treatments to address dryness, flakiness, and other scalp concerns that can contribute to dry hair. These hair care treatments are designed to restore moisture, strengthen hair, and promote an optimal scalp environment to fuel healthy hair regrowth.
Each Jonsson Protein hair care treatment includes an initial review to assess the customer’s hair health followed by a personalised hair protein treatment to strengthen and repair damaged hair, improving its ability to retain moisture. Hydrating shampoos, conditioners, and masks formulated with nourishing ingredients may be used to replenish moisture and promote healthy hair. The Jonsson Protein consultant will also conduct a post-treatment hair and scalp review so customers can see any immediate changes to their hair and scalp health.
Book a Jonsson Protein scalp review to find out how you can hydrate your hair, reduce breakage and split ends, and achieve healthy, vibrant locks.
